The Montgomery County Times and Shropshire and Mid-Wales Advertiser

NEWTOWN PETTY SESSIONS. Before Messrs. R. E. Jones (Chairman), and Richard Lloyd. FOR A JURY TO DECIDE. William Pilot, a young man, of Kerry road, was summoned by Evan Jones, manager of Mr. Joseph Palmer's gardens, with stealing eight apples and six rosebuds value Is., from the Nurseries near the Railway Station on June 26th.—Mr. Edward Powell was for the prosecutor, and Mr. Thomas Taylor for the defendant, who claimed the right to be tried before a jury.—Mr. Jones said the roses were taken from six different trees early in the morning of the date mentioned. He identified the roses produced as those which had been growing on the trees.—Mr. Taylor Do you mean to say that you can identify those withered roses as belonging to you ? Witness: I do. Mr. Taylor: Well, I always thought you were a wonderful man, and now that opinion is confirmed. (Laughter.)—He also identified the apples.—James Clayton, Parker's lane, said that on June 26th, about seven o'clock in the evening, he was in an adjoining garden when he found the apples and roses in the water butt floating on the water. Next day two policemen accompanied him to the garden where he showed them the apples and rosebuds.— P. C. David Davies said that on June 26th, about 4 a.m., he was on duty in the Garden lane. On looking over the hedge he saw defendant in the rose beds in the act of picking some roses. Witness watched him a few moments and then saw him plucking apples. On going to the gate he saw defendant's younger brother stooping down at the other gate. When the latter saw him he shouted to defendant Look out, here's the bobby and they both ran off. Witness followed and caught defendant's brother but found nothing on him. He then went back to look for the defendant, but the latter had flown. The same evening he saw defendant, his brother, and father going towards the station and he spoke to the latter.—The Bench thought there was some- thing to go before a jury and defendant was com- mitted for trial, bail being accepted, himself in £5 and one surety of £5. AN EXPENSIVE RABBIT. Thomas Tudor, Stone street, Newtown, was sum- moned by George Shute, gardener, Dolerw, Newtown, for having on the 10th June trespassed in pursuit of a rabbit on land in the possession of Sir Pryce Pryce-Jones, M.P.—Mr. Edward Powell appeared for the complainant, and Mr. Martin Woosnam was for the defendant. George Shute said he was gardener in the employ of Sir Pryce Pryee-Jonea. About three o'clock in the morning of the 10th June, he went to the plantation and found twelve wires with two rabbits in them. Witness hid himself, and about ten minutes past four defendant walked through the river up to the wires, took one rabbit out and killed it and placed it in his basket. Witness thereupon came forth from his hiding place. Defendant begged him to say nothing about it.— Mr. Martin Woosnam said defendant pleaded guilty and did not call any witnesses. His explanation was that he was out of work at the time and wanted to get food for his children. It was not a very serious offence.—The Chairman: What is the defendant ? Mr. Woosnam He is a labourer out of work.—There was a previous conviction against the defendant for a similar offence and he was ordered t9 pay a fine of JE1 and 10s. costs.

NEWTOWN COUNTY COURT. WEDNESDAY. Before His Honour Judge David Lewis. CONGRATULATING THE JUDGE. Before commencing the business of the Court, Mr. Edward Powell, addressing the Judge, said that on behalf of the solicitors practising at that Court he wished to offer their cordial congratula- tions on his appointment. They were aware of the distinguished positions he had gained in other spheres and they knew he would conduct the business with kindness and impartiality and to the satisfaction of all concerned. For their own part they should conduct business in such a manner as would be becoming the best traditions of the past, and when His Honour came to leave them, which he trusted would be in a time far distant, it would be amidst the same expressions of regret as were uttered when his predecessor, Judge Beresford, left. His Honour, in reply, said he was very much obliged to Mr. Powell and the other gentlemen standing by him for the very kind welcome they had accorded him. He could only say that as far as it was possible for him to do so he would en- deavour not only that his work should be done with as few mistakes as possible—and, of course, it was impossible that a judge should carry on the business of a court, as it was impossible that anyone could carry on any other business, without making mis- takes—but he would try, as far as possible, to carry out the law and decide the facts without undue friction. The other matter alluded to in Mr. Powell's speech, viz. the relationship between the Bar and the Bench, was one which affected not only Judge and advocates, but indeed the public at large. He had heard from three of his predecessors personally, and a fourth by letter, of the good feel- in a- which had always prevailed between them and the legal profession, and he sincerely trusted nothing would be done to cause any break in its continuity. As far as going away was concerned he hoped that might be very far distant. He was very fond of this part of the country, although he did not know so much about this particular part as others in the circuit, but he knew North Wales very well—indeed he knew some portions better han his own county of Glamorgan. ADMINISTRATION ORDER. Re William Henry Hamer, factory operative, Newtown.—Mr. T. M. Taylor, who appeared for creditors, said that in this case an administration order was made on the 10th February, 1892, when the debts were proved at £49 2s. 4d., and Judge Beresford ordered defendant Hamer to pay 15s. per month. It was considered then that the defendant was whitewashed at a very cheap rate. Since the order was made, however, he had only paid JE1 10s. The onus of proving means was now removed from his (Mr. Taylor's) shoulders, and it was for the defendant to disprove means. He had written to Hamer several times, but could not get him to pay although he believed he had the means. Defendant was then put in the box and sworn as tol his means. He said his wages were 16s. per week when in full employment. Since the order was made he had been on short time, and two sons who used to contribute to the household expenses had emigrated. Another son, 19 years of age, had been out of work five months. For twelve months witness had not earned more than 12s. a week. He was in the employ of the Severn Valley Company Limited, and at one time was getting £1 a week. During the last three months he had received 16s. a week. Eventually defendant offered to pay 10s. per month, and this was accepted. His Honour, in making the order, remarked that defendant had got off very well. Defendant: Well, your Honour, it's worth £10 to come and stand here (laughter). LEACH AND LLOYD 1". MORRIS. The plaintiffs, John Leach and Richard Lloyd, Mochdre, were executors of the will of John Morris, of Dalas Grove, near Newtown. The de- fendant was the testator's widow and had received certain effects and money belonging to the estate for which she refused to account. The plaintiffs claimed to have the real and personal estate of the said John Morris deceased administered.—Mr. Martin Woosnam appeared for the executors, and Mr. Edward Powell for defendant. Mr. Woosnam said that at the last Court there was an interim injunction granted restraining the widow of the testator from interfering with the estate, and there was also an order for administra- tion. The only point now was that the executors applied for an order for the administration to take place. It was a very small matter and they could not deal with the widow because she had taken possession of the property and was selling it, and the creditors would be minus of anything at all. Mr. Powell said that since the order was made he had been consulted by the widow, and information was given to him that the order to pay certain moneys was not strictly accurate, but thev found it was accurate, and if the other side would admit that the moneys had been paid they had no objec- tion to the application. Mr. Woosnam said they would admit receiving £10. Since last Court the executors had called together the creditors and the widow and endeav- oured to come to an arrangement by which to leave the widow in possession, but the creditors refused. They wanted their money, and all he asked for now was for an order for the proper administration of the property under the direction of the Court. r j His Honour made the order prayed for. A PECULIAR CASE. John Rowlands, cattle dealer, Manor House, Oswestry, sought to recover the sum of JE5 balance of money lent from John Edwards, also a dealer, of Camo. Mr. Bott appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. Woosnam for the defendant. Plaintiff's case was that on November 8th 1889 he was driving home from Bishops Castle Fair with the defendant, when the latter asked him if he could lend him a few pounds. When they reached Montgomery they went to the railway station and in the waiting room there, witness lent him £6 10s. Od. in gold. There was no acknowledgement of any kind given. Twelve months afterwards plaintiff met the defen- dant and asked him for the money when defendant paid him £1, and last Christmas he paid him 10s. Since that he had not paid anything.—Defendant, who could not speak English and whose evidence was interpreted, denied in toto that he had ever borrowed anything from the plaintiff, and he further swore that he bad never paid him sums on account of any debt.—After this evidence his Honour said defendant was entitled to succeed. What eyer the real facts might be he had only to decide upon the facts laid before him. Plaintiff had no corroboration of his story either by a witness or by any document, and he must give a verdict for the defendant with costs. THE AGE WE LIVE IN." Wm. Machenzie, publisher, London and elsewhere, brought an action against John Smont, blacksmith, Bethel, Newydd Camo, to recover 12s. the price of a work entitied The Age we live in," at 2s. a part. —Mr. E. Powell appeared for the defendant.—Enoch Williams, plaintiff's agent produced an order form dated February 5th, 1892, signed by the defendant for 24 parts of the work.—His Honour Who is the illustrious author? (Laughter).—Witness: I cannot tell just now.—When he delivered the second part to the defendant the latter said he would not take in any more as they were not worth the money. Mr. Powell said this was one of those book cases from which they in the country unfortunately suffered. The canvassers went round to the country villages and districts and praised up the works they were desirous of selling and often cajoled persons to commit themselves to the purchase of most unsuitable works. He declared that this con- tract was obtained by representation amounting in law to fraud, and he asked the Judge to set it aside. When the traveller came round, and did his best to induce the defendant to subscribe he told him the work would be only 2s. and would not break him. Defendant had no idea when he signed the contract that he was committing himself to the purchase of 24 parts at 2s. each.—His Honour asked if the traveller who obtained the contract was in court.—Williams said he was not.—His Honour Why did not your people leave a duplicate of the contract with the defendant when he signed ? I shall give a verdict for the defendant with costs. A similar case came on in which David Evans, Bwclchyhael, was the defendant, the amount claimed being 10s. for 5 copies of the same work. A verdict was given for the defendant with costs

NOTES FROM NEWTOWN. In thi# Column icill appear comments on Local, Political, and Social Questions, and any com- munications addressed" Wanderer," Office of this Paper, will receive attention. The Radicals in these Boroughs are still at a dead-lock in the matter of the selection of a candi- date to champion their cause at the next election. The meeting of the Association which was held in the class room belonging to the School Board, on the 14th inst, resulted in nothing but a repetition of former meetings which have been held in the Victoria Hall, and when a lot of dirty linen has been washed in public of late. The feeling of the leading lights and principal movers in the recent Petition at being rejected from the executive, can be better imagined than described. What a bitter pill it must be to be sure to the representatives from Newtown not to have a single member on the executive. Perhaps the members of the School Board will be good enough to inform the public whether it is in accordance with the rules of School Boards generally to allow the use of their rooms for political pur- poses, and thus deprive the scholars of a day's teaching. I hope this question will be raised at the next meeting of the Board, as a good many ratepayers are anxious for an explanation. The requisition, asking the Chairman of the Local Board to call a meeting of the ratepayers for the consideration and adoption of the Market Hall body118' WaS Signed by a «ood representative I shall look forward to see, before long, a requisi- tion signed by a similar body, requesting the Local Board to take steps to ensure the safety of persons driving through the Cross, as that place seems to getting notorions for accidents. One of the witnesses that gave evidence at the Boroughs Election Petition Trial on behalf of the Petitioners, was, I hear, fined at the Police Court on Tuesday last, for poaching on land belonging to SIr Pryce Pryce-Jones, M.P. ° ° I wonder if the Newtown Women's Liberal Federation will pass a vote of sympathy in the painful circumstances that he has been subjected o. Surely after the generous feeling they have ex hibited of late, they cannot do less Votes of sympathy and collections, in order to pay delegates expenses to London, seem to be the chief body '233 tranSact6d at the meetings of this august WANDERER.

ABERMULE. A CHASE -A day or two ago, what was believed to be a wild cat of the woods was seen prowl in. about the hamlet. Two of the crack shots of the place at once gave chase, but failed to bring the prey down with the contents of the four barrels of their guns. It then bounded right through the Abermule inn across the road, through the railwav station on to the platform, and into a passim? cattle truck, and has not since been seen or heard of ANNIVERSARY.-On Sunday last-the anniversary of the opening of the restored church of Llan marewig,—the Rev. E. Brown, rector of Mont gomery, preached a most appropriate and elomiom sermon from St. Matthew xviii., 20, to a verv crowded congregration. The service' during the day was fully choral; the surpliced choir"sano- processional and recessional hymns (391 and 235, A. & M.), after which there was a satisfactory collection. CHIRBURY. LECTURE ox HORTICULTURE.—On the evening of the 12th inst., by kind permission of Mr. E. Lano-. ford, of Chirbury hall, Mr. Robert Smith, F. R. H. S., gave one of his popular lectures on fruit culture and cottage gardening, under the auspices of the Technical Instruction Committee of the Shropshire Council, in the garden at the Hall. There was a large audience. The syllabus was as follows: The rose cultivation and propagation, prevention of potato blight, and hardy fruit cultivation." The Vicar of Chirbury, who was present, was able to point out to the audience the good results of the instructions given by Mr. Smith on pruning of fruit trees upon walls, and pointing to a pear tree growing upon the wall opposite to him, where a good crop of pears was growing, the Vicar said Mr. Smith showed how best to prune that tree last winter for a crop of fruit. The result was a happy one. (Applause.) The lecturer bowed his acknow- ledgement, and then took for his first subject the rose cultivation, and said it was a profitable flower to grow either for private use or for market, and went on to explain its cultivation, and then showed how to propagate it by cuttings. FORDEN BOARD OF GUARDIANS. At the fortnightly meeting of this Board, held at the Union Workhouse, Forden, on Wednesday, there were present:—Colonel Harrison (Chairman), Messrs. W. Pryce (Chirbury), and W. Rogers (Pool Middle), Vice-Chairmen, Messrs. E. R. Owen (Berriew), T. Rogers, (Forden), J. Davies (Llan- dyssil), S. Miller (Llanmerewig), F Langford, and E. R. James, (Montgomery), R. Scotson (Pool Lower), J. P. Jones (Pool Middle), and R. W. Timmis (Worthen), with Mr. C. S. Pryce, Clerk. Statistics.— From reports presented, it appeared that the number of paupers in the workhouse was 94, of whom 18 were imbeciles or idiots. The out- door poor relieved during the fortnight numbered 229, against 226 at the corresponding date last year. The relief given was as follows:— Per Mr. R. Tomlev. Montgomery District, E14 Os. 3d., to 77 recepients; per Mr. J. Fortune, Welshpool District, zoll Os. 2d., to 74 recepients; per Mr. J. Oliver, Worthen District, zElO Is. 3d., to 77 recepients non-resident relief, 4s. to one recepient. 179 tramps were re- lieved during the fortnight, against 142 during the same period last vear. Balance in Treasurers hands X89 15s. 3d. The Local Government Bill.-A circular letter was read from the Lewisham Union, London, S.E., Guardians, who desired their Forden brethren to adopt a resolution passed by the former Board, urging the Local Government Board the desirability of retaining justices of the peace as ex-offieio guardians of the poor, to be elected by the respec- tive Boards of Guardians in the proportion of one to four of the elected Guardians. A brief discussion ensued upon the question in general, but no action was taken, and the letter was ordered to be laid on the table. Re.igiiatiall. -A letter was read from Miss Maty- Jane Davies, who has been mistress of the Union school since April, 1892, sending her resignation of that post. The resignation was accepted, and the Clerk was directed to ask the schoolmistress to continue in office until the end of the present quarter. The Chairman broached the question of sending the children to the Forden Elementary school instead of the present system of teaching at the Workhouse. The suggestion seemed generally to meet with the approval of the Board, and it was referred to a sub-committee to consider and report upon, at the next Board meeting. Why Rob a Poor Nlait of His Beer? "-The Master presented a request from one of the inmates of the Workhouse, who asked to be granted a daily allow- ance of beer in respect of work which he did. The master said that the man was a very useful work- man, and Mr. M. P. Jones said he had saved the Guardians many pounds. Mr. Langford proposed that the request be acceded to. Mr. W. Rogers opposed this, bnt on a division being taken a majority was accorded in favour of the beer being given; some amusement being caused by the ab- stention of the temperance party from voting, = Rural San itary Autlio)-ity.A meeting of Ithis Authority was held at the termination of the Poor Law business. Colonel Harrison presided, and Dr. Thursfield was in attendance. The business was merely of a routine character.

MACHYNLLETH COUNTY COURT. FRIDAY. Before His Honour Judge David Lewis. On the Judge taking his seat, Mr. Fowlkes Jones (solicitor) rose and said it was his duty and pleas- ure to asklhis Honour to accept his congratulations on his appointment. He was very glad to join in the unanimous expressions of approval which had everywhere greeted the appointment of the learned judge. They had very pleasant recollections of his predecessor, and although perhaps His Honour had not had much experience of that part of Wales they were not unacquainted with the fact that he possessed those qualities which made him accept- able to the county at large. They knew he was learned in the law and that lie had had considerabe judicial experience from the fact that he had held she high office of Recorder of Swansea for so long. His Honour was also acquainted with the Welsh language and he could appreciate the virtues and spmpathise with the trouble of the Welsh people. In a thoroughly Welsh district like that it was an advantage which they could not lose sight of, and the people of Machynlleth congratulated themselves no less heartily than did the legal profession con- gratulate His Honour. The Judge said ho was very much obliged to Mr. Fowlkes Jones for the kind words he had used about him. It was good for him to know that his appointment had met with the approval of the neighbourhood and district. Although he had had no experience of that neighbourhood before he had had experience of other parts of the country, and he had always found in Denbighshire, at a time when he was travelling over every parish in the county, the greatest kindness, and he might say forbearance with regard to any shortcomings of ,s his. He hoped their connection would be long, and that the good feeling which had always subsisted between the judges and the practitioners in the past would continue in the future. There was very little business for his Honour to transact. A few judgment summonses came before him and were quickly disposed of, the whole pro- ceedings being conducted in Welsh. TITHE RENT. On the application of the Rev. Thomas Warren Trevor, of the Rectory, Machynlleth, a distraint was issued against Edward Lewis, farmer, Henllan- ela, Machynlleth, to recover JE4 2s. arrears of tithe rent charge.

BISHOP'S CASTLE. BOWLING CLUB.I- On Thursday a handicap sweepstakes was arranged between some of the members of the club and friends. The green was in very fair order and in consequence the bowling was of a high class, the final game being particu- larly good. The results are given below — FIRST ROUND. H. Winchester 21 H. Caless (4 pts.) 16 L. Copson 21 W. Fairclough (6) 12 T. Rossall (4) 21 F. Southern (4) 7 A. Harris (4) 21 W. James (4) 12 G. Fletcher 21 J. Craston 16 1. Roberts 21 M. Pugh 19 H. Howard (4) 21 B. Bowen 10 SECOND ROUND. Rossall 9 Harris 21 Winchester 16 Roberts 21 Fletcher 7 Copson 21 Howard (Bye). THIRD ROUND. Howard 15 Copson 21 Harris 20 Roberts 21 Fi,NAI,. Roberts 14 Copson 21 Harris and Howard played a game of 11 for third place and the first named won by 6 points. A very pleasant evening was thus spent.

BUILTH. THE EISTEDDFOD. A grand Chair Eisteddfod was held here on Mon- day, the 20th instant, under the presidency of Mr. Bowen P. Woosnam, High Sheriff of Breconshire. In the early part of the day, rain threatened to mar the proceedings, but the weather cleared as the morning advanced, and by noon the trains had brought several hundreds of strangers to the town, although the rain in the early part of the morning must have stodped several hundreds more from coming from the Rhondda Valley. The pavilion which had been erected in the Groe Green, and blown down on Tuesday night, had been replaced by another, and great had been the work of the committee to get their arrangements complete. The Eisteddfod commenced at 10. 30 a.m., the adjudicators being Messrs. C. Francis Lloyd, Dan Price and Eos Wenallt. The following is a list of the various competitions :—For the best Home Made Walking Stick," winner Mr. Harvey, Builth Violin Solo," winner Miss Rich, Brecon; Piano- forte Solo," Miss Lily Trow, Builth; Best Collection of Wild Flowers, Miss M. Lloyd, Llan- ganten; Musical Composition," Mr. Rees Thomas, Ystrad-gwynlais; Free Hand Pencil Drawing," Miss May Roberts, Newtown; Contralto Solo," Miss. Davies, Hay; "Carved Bardic Chair," Mr. Williams, Dolgelly Baritone Solo," Mr. Evan Hopkins, Treherbert. The Chair Subject was a poem English or Welsh, not to exceed 200 lines, snbjectLlewelyn ein Llywolaf (Llewelyn the last Prince of Wales), winner Rev. J. Cadvan avies, Towyn. Essay The Early History of Builth," prize divided between Mr. Griffiths, Cefn- y- edd,^ and the Rev. J. Jones, Aberedw; Male oice ^Soldiers of Christ," winner Treherbert TV/ rn, ■^enor Solo," Mr. A. Evans, Aberdare; h Jra' Competition Blessed are the Men," the Builth Choir took the prize. GUILSFIELD. MR. W. JONES commenced on Thursday his wheat harvest, which is short in the straw, but likely to yield well. Barley is also ready.

LLANIDLOES. SUNDAY SCHOOL MEETING.—On Sunday a meet- ing was held at Van in connection with the Wesleyan Methodist Sunday School. A prayer meeting was held in the morning, and in the after- noon there was a meeting for children. Recitations were given by Miss Myfamvy Jones and Miss E. E. Davies in excellent style. The children were ex- amined in the history of John, the Apostle," by Mr. D. Jarman. Mr. J. LI. Jones conducted the singing. The evening meeting commenced at six o'clock, when Miss Sarah Jarman gave a fine ren- dering of a chapter in Hebrews. An instructive examination was held by Mr. James Griffiths, of Llangurig. The chapel in the evening was well filled, and those present were pleased with the services throughout. The duties of accompanist were efficiently carried out by Mr. D. Maldwyn Jones. WEDDING FESTIVITIES. On Wednesday Llanidloes and Llandinam were en fete, the occasion being the marriage of Mr. J. D. Davies, Town Clerk of Llanidloes, to Miss Gwendoline Eveline Mabel Constance Beadnell, daughter of Captain Beadnell, the Tyddyn, Llan- dinam, which was solemnized at the Parish Church, Llandinam, on Wednesday. Both the bride and bridegroom are well-known and highly respected in the locality, and in consequence the auspicious event aroused considerable interest, and in accor- dance with the wishes of the parties the ceremony passed off in a quiet manner. The bridegroom and party arrived at the Church from Llanidloes about 11 o'clock, and shortly afterwards the bride entered leaning on the arm of her father. She was attired in a becoming navy blue and white travelling dress, and wore a natural spray of orange blossoms. The nuptial ceremony was performed by the Rev. Morgan Jones, Vicar of Landinam, who was assisted by the Rev. Edmund O. Jones, M.A., Vicar of Llanidloes. The bride was given away by her father and Mr. Edward Davies, Mayor of Llanidloes (brother of the bridegroom) officiated as the bride- groom's best man. Amongst those present in .church were Miss Ellen Davies (sister of the bride- groom), the Misses Beadnell, (3), (sisters of the bride), Mrs., Miss and Mr. Hugh Lewis, Glanhafren (aunt and cousins of the bridegroom), Mrs. Morgan Jones, the Misses Ikin, Llanidloes, &c. As the married pair left the Chusch they were greeted with showers of rice, which were again renewed as they entered the carriage. After receiving the congratulations and good wishes of their friends they drove off to Moat Lane railway station, from whence they departed by the 12 train amidst the firing of fog signals, for Llandudno, where they intend spending the honeymoon. At Llanidloes work was suspended at mid-day at the Bridge End and Phoenix Mills (of which Mr. Davies's Brother is the principal proprietor), and also at the Severn Side and Glanclylog Mills (with which Mr. Davies is connected as a director.) Flags floated from the upper storey windows of numerous houses, and the town presented an unusually lively appearance. The church bells rang out merry peals during the day, and cannons were frequently fired. The Llanidloes Brass Band also paraded the streets and rendered choice selections of music. In the evening the work- people of the various mills were treated to dinner, and the health of happy pair was cordially drunk. POLICE COURT, FRIDAY.—Before Messrs. Edward Davies (Mayor), and John Kitts. George Williams was charged by Mrs. Mary Morris with malicious injury to a window. From the evidence of In- spetor Lake it transpired that he received complaint of the disorderly conduct of the defendant, and went to Mr. George Morris's house where he found the window of the front door smashed. There was a large crowd in front of the house, and defendant was in the middle of them. After considerable trouble he was taken to his grannfather's house. Later on the police were again sent for, and ultimately the defendant was taken to the cells. Mrs. Morris, in her evidence, stated that the de- fendant bre the window, struck her in the face, and used most vulgar language. The Bench ordered the defendant to be bound over to keep the peace for six months and to pay the damage. LLANGURIG. INTERESTING ITEMS.—it may interest some of the numerous readers of the County Times to know that there is such a place in being as Llangurig, which has the unique celebrity of befng the highest vil- lage above the level of the sea in the Principality. Our object is not mucji to elevate this little village, but to inform the numerous readers of this paper, that on tlie initiative of Colonel Lloyd- V cruey; Clochfaen, Mr. Aslett, manager of the Cambrian Railways, has decided to run during the summer months, twice weekly, (viz., Monday and Thursday,) a coach from Llanidloes to Aberystwith, via the Devil's Bridge, the first trial trip of which took place on Monday last, the party consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Aslett, Mr. McLardy, Mr. Morgan, Aber- ystwith, Mr. Minshall, Oswestry, &c. On the arrival of the party at Llangurig they were received and welcomed (on behalf of Colonel Verney) by Mr. J. R. Pryse, J. P. Pantdrain, who conducted them around the several places of interest in the village including the beautiful church, restored through the munificence of the late Chevalier Lloyd, K. S. G., at a cost of nearly party were then most hospitably entertained at the Black Lion Hotel by Colonel Verney, the luncheon being served up in her usual good style by Mrs. Anwyl, proprietress, and gave the greatest satis- faction to all present. Mr. Aslett presided, and Mr. J. R. Pryse occupied the vice-chair. After having satisfied the inner man, Mr. Aslett rose and asked Mr. Pryse to convey to Colonel Verney the very best thanks of the party for so hospitably enter- taining them and referred to the route as one of the finest he had yet seen, and also further said his in- tentions were to run shortly, a daily coach between Llanidloes and Aberystwith. We might further add that the Black Lion Hotel, Llangurig, is ex- cellently conducted by Mrs. Anwyl, with good ac- commodation, and as the river Wye runs so near the village, the fishing is one of the best in Mont- gomerysnire. On the return journey Colonel Lloyd Verney again entertained the passengers to tea.

OSWESTRY. DRUNKENNESS.—On Saturday, before T. P. Parry, Esq., John Ford and Aaron Ford, hawkers, were charged with being drunk and disorderly on the previous evening in Beatrice-street. Fined 2s. 6d. and costs. ZION SUNDAY SCHOOL TREAT.—On Thursday the pupils of Zion Sunday School had their annual treat, the scene of this year's visitation being Cyrnybwch. The younger scholars were taken to the race course in waggons lent by Mr. Williams, Drenewydd, and in brakes, while a large number of the adults walked up or followed in conveyances. Tea was laid in the Grand Stand, and upwards of 200 sat down to the good things which Mr. J. J. Roberts, superintendent of the school, who gave the treat, supplied, WELSH CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL TREAT.—On Saturday, the annual treat of the Welsh Church Sunday School was held, when the party, numbering 82, journeyed to Llanrhaiadr waterfall. They left Oswestry at ten o'clock, and on their way they called at Llangedwyn Hall, when, by the kind per- mission of the Dowager Lady Williams Wynn, they were allowed to go through the house and gardens. The church was also visited, and Llanrhaiadr was reached about 2.30. While the tea was being pre- pared, the boys and some of the older friends in- dulged in a game of football. A capital tea was provided, the following ladies presiding:—Mrs. Jones and the Misses Jones, Victoria road, and Mrs. and Miss Williams, Park Avenue, assisted by Mr. Carter, superintendent of the school. After tea the greater number of" the party visited the top of the falls. The return journey was begun at 5-30. A stop was made at Llanrhaiadr, where the party visited the church. The choir sang the anthem Coroner ef yn ben," in the village. A halt was made at Llangedwyn Green for refreshments, and Oswestry was reached shortly before ten, all having spent a very pleasant day. ALLEGED THEFT OF DUCKS.—At the County Police Court on Saturday, before W. H. G. Weaver, Esq., Edmund Usher, of the Lodge, was charged with stealing five ducks, the property of Mr. Jones, Brook House.—Supt. Langford applied for a remand until Thursday.—P.S. Hamlet said that from information received on Friday morninc he went in search of prisoner, whom he found near Selattyn. Prisoner made the following statement :—" I will tell the truth about it. I was coming home from Selattyn last night the worse for drink I saw the ducks in Mr. Jones's field, and said to myself:'Now for some fun. Here's some ducks here and I will have some of them.' I went into the field and caught three of them in my arms, and think I killed them, for when I threw them down they did not move. I went into the cowhouse, intending to lie down, and caught my head against something. I put my hand to feel what it was and found it was a basket. I thought it would do to put the ducks in. I again went into the field and caught some more ducks and killed them. I do not know how many I had but all I had I put into the basket. After coming past the house someone called to me. I should never have done it except for being in drink, and not because I wanted the ducks."—Prisoner was remanded.

LLANFYLLIN. SUNDAY SCHOOL TREAT.Tlie members of All Saints Church Sunday School together with the members of Llanfihangel church sunday school were on Saturday last kindly invited by Miss Williams, of Gwyndy, Llanfyllin, to a social gathering held in a field close to the church at Llawrycwm, which was lent by Mr. W. Roberts, of Efelycwm. The tea, which was served in a tent, was provided by Mr. and Mrs. Albert Evans. On the proposal of the Rev. T. Jones, rector of Llan- fyllin, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Miss Williams for her kindness in providing the treat. Amongst those present were Miss Williams, Gwyndy, Mrs. Evans, Llanfihangel rectorv, Rev. and Mrs. Jones, Llanfyllin rectory, Miss Lomax, Miss Roberts, Miss Goodwin, Rev. R. Trevor Owen, R. D., and the Rev. C. F. Roberts. Various amuse- ments were indulged in during the latter part of the day. THE BRITISH AND NATIONAL SCHOOLS. — These schools were on Tuesday and Wednesday examined by Mr. W. Williams, H. M. I., and Mr. J. H. John- son, H. M. I.'s assistant. BOARD OF GUARDIANS, THURSDAY. Present-Mr. Evan Evans, Chairman, Mr. Wm. Roberts, Vice- Chairman, Messrs. C. R. Jones and John Jones, ex- officio; Messrs. John Jones, Thomas Roberts, Evan Roberts, John Hughes, Joseph-Thompson Williams, David Pryce, Charles Jones, Thomas Jones, John Ryle, Robert Richards, Robert Roberts, Llan- fcchain, Robert Roberts, Llanrhaiadr, John Hum- phreys and Mr. W. A. Pughe, clerk. On the proposition of Mr. J. Thompson Williams, seconded by the Chairman, it was decided to pay the weekly amount applied for on behalf or Richard Davies, Llanfair, to enable him to go to the Insti- tute for the Blind, Liverpool, for the purpose of learning a trade. It was stated that he had been blind since twelve months last May, having met with an accident while feeding his employer's cattle. Mr. John Morgan was accepted as a surety for William Evans, assistant overseer, Llangadfan. Dr. Gill, of Welshpool, was re-appointed medical and vaccinating officer for this district. One application only was sent in for the post of tailor, that from Mr. William Evans, tailor, Llan- ymynech. It was stated that Mr. John Roberts was willing to continue the work until the Board were suited or to continue it permanently if another room were set apart for him to work in. Mr. William Evans not having sent any testimonials in it was decided that the post be kept open for the present to enable him and others to send some in. Mr. C. R. Jones having called attention to the abstract of accounts, proposed that details be given at the next Board showing the cause of increase in the expenditure in the different parishes, and he proposed that Mr. Pryce be appointed to direct the attention of the Board to the report. As an amend- ment, Mr. Roberts, vice-chairman, proposed that Mr. C. R. Jones be appointed for this purpose and that he report in a month's time. This was seconded by Mr. John Jones, and carried unani- mously. A DANCE was given in the Town Hall, on Friday, by Miss Williams. The arrangements were kindly superintended by Mr. J. Lomax, and Mr. Sladen, Bodfach. The supper was supplied by Bolland, of Chester. The following is a list of those invited :— The Dowager Lady Williams Wynn and party Mr. Robert Wynne, Cefn; Mrs. C. W. Wynne and the Misses Williams Wynne; Lady Pryce-Jones and party; Captain and Mrs. Mytton, Garth; Mr. and Miss Lomax and party, Bodfach; Captain, Mrs. and Miss Watson, Kidderminster; Mr. and Miss Sladen; Miss Heaton, Denbigh; Miss Godwin Captain and Mrs. Westby and Miss Lane, Welshpool; Mr. and Mrs. Buckley, Mitford; Mr. F. H. Lloyd; Mr. Cuthbert Smith, Southport; Dr. J. E. Williams; the Misses Godwin, Cheadle; Mr. A. and Miss Pryce, Morton Rectory; Captain and Mrs. France, Ystymcolwyn; Rev. Trevor Owen, R. D.; Colonel Bonnor and party; Mr. W. E. Pryce-Jones, New- town Dr. and Mrs. Purchas, Newtown; Mr. Swettenham, Newtown; Mr. and Mrs. Edward Powell; Mr. Cyril and Miss Thomas, Llandrinio Rectory; Rev. T. Jones and Mrs. Jones, Rectory, Llanfyllin Mr. John Evans, Llanfihangel Rectory; Mr. H. C. Jones and Miss Jones, Llanfechain Rectory; Mrs. and Miss Jones, Llanrhaiadr Vicar- age Mrs. Perrott and party, Bronhyddon Mr. R. O. Perrott; Mr. Geoffrey Williams Vaughan; Mr. Corballis; Mr. Simpson, Llansaintffraid; Mrs. and Miss Hanmer Jones, Shelbrook; Mr. and Mrs. Dun- ville Lees, and Miss Lees, Wood hill; Rev. C. F. Roberts and Miss Roberts, Pendref house Mr. and Miss Gill, Brynderwen and Mr. W. A. Pughe, the Hall, Llanfyllin. ENTERTAINMENT. A grand Entertainment in aid of the funds of the Montgomeryshire Infirmary was held at the National Schools, Llanfyllin, on Thursday last. The programme offered by the promoters was pleasantly varied, comprising vocal selections inter- mingled with historical and nursery-legend tableaux. Mrs. Roger Edwards, with her fluent local method, pure intonation and splendid articu- lation found great favour with her audience. Her rendition of her first item The Holy City was a brilliant exposition of a fine song and -was enthu- siastically encored. Nor was she less successful in her second item In Cupid's Court" and being re- called sang The Miller and the Maid." Itirs Jenny Maldwyn Price was not perhaps so taking in her first item Winter as her numerous admirers would wish, but she amply satisfied them with her poetic rendering of the quaint old ballad The Oak and the Ash and the bonny Ivy Wie and sang in answer to the recall Cherry Ripe." Miss Sladen has considerable command over the banjo and ac- companied herself thereon to There is a tavern in the Town;" and as an encore My Caloe." Miss Godwin was pleasant and effective in Love and as an encore sang a song which doubtless owed its birth to the success of The Miller and the Maid." Mr. J. Bryan was fairly successful in his three songs Bonny Mary Lee," My Memories," and the beautiful old Welsh song Plas Gogerddan," as was also Mr. T. P. Edwards in Rocked in the Cradle of the Deep," and the Vicar of Bray." Mr. N. B. Edwards made, as he always does, an efficient accompanist. Four sets of tableaux were given Cleopatra," "The Sleeping Beauty," "Mary Queen of Scots," and Blue Beard." All were ex- cellently presented but an especial word of praise is due to the Sleeping Beauty set, which was marked by intelligence and grace of posing and by a subtle appreciation of the humours of the story. In only a slightly less degree can praise be awarded to the other sets and all those concerned, whether in the stage management or depiction of the various scenes, are to be congratulated on the very high standard which they attained. The characters were as follows: Cleopatra Miss Sladen, Cleopatra; Miss Perrott, Iris; Miss Godwin, Car- men Mr. Lomax, Dolebella. The Sleeping Beauty -Miss Godwin, Sleeping Beauty; Miss Hanmer Jones, Queen; Mr. H. Wheeler, King; -Afr. Sladen, Prince; Miss Roberts, Witch; Miss Lomax, Miss Roberts, Miss Sladen, Miss Perrott, Miss E. Perrott, Maids of Honour; Mr. J. P. Evans, Courtier; Albert Godber and George Lloyd, Pages. Mary Queen of Scots—Miss Godwin, Queen; Miss Lomax, Miss Williams, Miss Sladen, Ladies in waiting; Mr. Lomax, Rothwell; Mr. J. P. Evans, Darnley;' Mr. Sladen, Rizzis. Blue Beard Miss Godwin, Fatima; Miss Lomax, Miss Hanmer Jones, sisters; Mr. Lomax, Mr. J. P. Evans, brothers; Mr. Sladen'Blue Beard. The dresses were designed by Mr. Lomax, made by the ladies who took part in the tableaux, assisted by Miss Wilkins, Llanfyllin; Mr. William Evans did his part well as scene shifter. LLANDRINIO. HARVEST. Most of the farmers in this locality have commenced the grain harvest, oats being the first to cut. The wheat is short and thin, but the oats and barley especially are well up to the average. Root crops generally are in a promising condition. ACCIDENT.—The Ven. Archdeacon Thomas, while inspecting Caersws church last week, slipped and severely sprained his ankle which kept him con- fined to the house for a few days but he is now able to get about with the aid of a stick. The les- sons were read on Sunday last in the parish church by Mr. Cyril Thomas, and Mr. Theodore Morgan, son of the vicar of Dolfor. Mrs. Lewis, late of the Rectory, and who has been staying at Llanymynech for a few days, attended the evening service. MOCHDREE. GRAIN HARVEST.—On Friday, last week, Mr. Ellis Jones, Vaynor, commenced his grain harvest by cutting a field of peas, being the first about Newtown. LLANYMYNECH. HORTICULTURAL SHOW. The Dowager Lady Wynn has kindly consented to distribute the prizes at the above show, which will take place in August. THE HARVEST.—Many fields of hay yet remain to be carted in this neighbourhood, but several farmers have already commenced the corn harvest, and have cut down a large number of acres of oats and barley but the wheat is more backward, and some of the fields are blighted, owing to the recent change in the weather from very dry to wet.

LATEST TELEGRAMS. LONDON, FRIDAY AFTERNOON. A CHOLERA CASE IN LONDON. A seaman was removed from the steamer Allmora at Gravesend this morning suffering from cholera contracted at Marseilles. The medical authorities ordered thorough disinfection of the vessel and the seaman is convalescent. STEAMER IN DISTRESS. Disabled Atlantic liner P. Caland," which ar. rived at Queenstown, reports that on 17th inst., at two in the morning, propellor struck a submerged wreck with great force; ship shook violently, pas- sengers rushed on deck and intense alarm pre- vailed, but were calmed by officers. The thrust shaft was found to be broken but vessel not leak- ing, and was towed to Queenstown by steamer Damara. -+- THE BISLEY MEETING. 3 O'CLOCK. Shooting at Bisley to-day proceeds under more favourable conditions, weather being brighter. Private Stocks, the bronze medallist, still leads in Queen's competition with score of 145. 5 O'CLOCK. The winner of the Second Stage of the Queen's and of the silver medal, Stocks, made 208; must win. 5 30 O'CLOCK. Stocks victorious, 208 points (record shoot), 7 points ahead of next man, Private Tatlow,, 1st Warwick. FATAL ACCIDENT. D. Raoh Deaken, aged 16, fell 27 feet when climbing a greased pole at Olympia Circus, Glasgow, mid died shortly afterwards. + A NEW ZEALAND COMPANY'S DIFFICULTIES. New Zealand Loan Mercantile Agency Company was compulsorily wound up to-day on Company's own application; it was announced that reconstruc- tion scheme would be formulated. -+- AFFAIRS IN PANAMA. Central News telegram says that New York Herald's Panama despatch states the revolu- tionary expedition from Martinique has landed arms at Goajie in Venezuela. -+ LORD AILESBURY'S CREDITORS. At a meeting of Lord Ailesbury's creditors to-day it was announced that sale of Savernake Estate has not been completed. Further lawsuits were threatened. » HEAVY FAILURE. Failure is announced to-day of A. S. Constantine, late partner in Constantine and Sons, merchants, Palmerston House, London; liabilities £ 96,000. + STOCK MARKET. Stocks improving Americans stronger. --+- THE MURDERS IN AUSTRALIA. Privy Council to-cTay dismissed appeal raised on behalf of Makin and wife now under sentence of death in Australia in connection with the murder of babies. ♦ ENGLAND AND FRANCE. Lord Dufferin left London at eleven o'clock this morning on his return t. Paris. » THE SILVER QUESTION. Calcutta Exchange Banks have refused Govern- ment offer to purchase silver tendered after closure of Mints. + RAILWAY RATES. Sir John Oakley stated to-day before Select Committee, House of Commons, on railway rates, companies had nearly arranged settlement with large traders. ♦; h- „. THE NAfiONAL CYCLIST UNION. This Union has revoked license granted to Chas. Lucas, the well-known record breaker. « — THE COAL CRISIS. At Westminster to-day, miners' delegates decided to accept either reduction or arbitration.

THE MARKET HALL QUES- TION AT NEWTOWN. PUBLIC MEETING. In accordance with the requisition addressed to him, Captain Pryce-Jones, as'chairman of the Local Board, convened a public meeting of property owners and ratepayers last (Friday) evening at the Victoria Hall, Newtown, to consider the resolution passed by the Board with reference to the leasing of the Market Hall. Although announced to com- m mence at 7.30, the meeting was not opened until eight o'clock. Captain Pryce-Jones presided, and amongst those present were Messrs. Evan Hum- phreys, David Owen, A. E. Cooke (Clerk), Cornelius Morgan, Driver, Ellison, Meredith, Edward Jones, Martin Woosnam, Green, J. Oliver, Henry :Morgan, Pilot, Peter Morris, Edward Phillips, Frances, &c. The chairman proposed a formal resolution authorising the Local Board to take the Market Hall on lease, and to make the necessary arrangements for the carrying out of the scheme. He thanked, in the first place, all those very re- presentative gentlemen who had signed the requisition for so rightly and satisfactory respond- ing to the invitation which he gave them. With the exception of some four or five at the outside of those names appearing on the requisition, all had already given their unqualified and uncon- ditional support to the object of the meeting. The remainder had very naturally and very pro- perly given no absolute judgment on the scheme. They thought it advisable to wait until they heard what the Local Board had to say in defence of it, but he had little doubt that when they had heard the case stated by members of the Local Board, the opinion of the meeting would be in favour of the scheme. (Cheers.) Why was it that they appeared before that meeting ? It was because in the first instance, they were not a corporate town. If the Local Board had been a Mayor and Corporation it would not have been necessary to call a meeting of ratepayers to consider the proposal. With one ex- ception, the Board was unanimous in the step it was proposed to take.' He asked why was it they called that meeting P—Mr. GREEN: Because you have not a right to take the hall without calling upon the ratepayers to sanction it.—The CHAIR- MAN What I am afraid is not very apparent to Mr. Green is, I think, quite apparent to the majority of this meeting. (Hear, hear). He went on to explain the details of the scheme and said it was considered that the Market Hall tolls, instead of belonging to private individuals should be diverted to the public purse. (Hear, hear.) The way in which the owners met them was perfectly fair and business like. They could not expect the Local Board to have the Market Hall at a less rental than at present. They had three courses open, the first was to lease it, secondly to attempt to make an overture and attempt to buy it, and the third course was to ffnd a suitable site. There was no doubt that buying it was the better scheme, but they were not in a position as a town to go to that extent. Their deb at the pre- sent time was zCl9,000 and they had to pay about £ 1500 a year in the shape of interest and annual instalments, so that they could not ask them to expend another C8000 or zC9000 in purchasing the present Hall. The profits of the Hall were now S221 19s. per annum, and they hoped to raise this amount still higher. The resolution was seconded by Mr" Richard Humphreys. After speeches had been delivered by Messrs. David Hamer, Edward Jones, Hughes, A. E, Cooke, Green, Frances, Martin Woosnam, and G. H. Ellison, Mr. Ford proposed that the meeting be adjourned for six months. This was seconded by Mr. J. Andrews. On a vote being taken the Chairman decided in favour of the amendment. CAERSWS. ACCIDENT. AS Mr. George Morgan, butcher, was ,e returning from Newtown on Tuesday, he accidentally slipped off the shafts of his trap, and the wheel passed over his body. Drs. Savor and Campbell were called te see him, and found he was seriously crushed inwardly, but hopes are entertained for his recovery, though he lies in a critical state. A fort- night ago he was violently thrown out of his trap in Newtown street, but fortunately did not there receive any serious injuries. HAMPTON (WORTHEN) LECTURE.- -On the evening of the 14th instant, Mr. Robert Smith, F.R. H. S., lecturer on Horti- I culture, under the auspices of the Salop County Council, delivered the third of his highly instructive and entertaining demonstrations on flower and fruit culture in the gardens of Hampton Hall, kindly lent by the worthy proprietor Mr. James Whitaker. We are sorry there were not more present to see and hear the masterly manner in which the opera- tions were performed, and the plain and concise explanations given by the lectmler. Those members who were away certainly missed a treat. The talented lecturer at the conclusion strove to impress on the younger members the necessity of practising often and of doing the work neatly. Votes of thanks to Mr. Whitaker and the lecturer brought the meeting to a close.

LONDON MARKETS WOOL. Messrs. Windeler & Co. on Monday offered 2952 bales, and Messrs. Dubroz Doxat and Co. 7444 bales including 597 bales cape. Competition was keen and prices remained very firm. CATTLE. 1450 Beasts; trade quiet, 3s. to 4s. lOd.14,000 sheep; prices steadier, 3s. 4d. to 5s. lambs, 4s. 4d. to 5s. 2d.; calves, 2s. 4d. to 4s. 4d.; pigs, 2s. 8d. to 4s. 2d. per 8 lbs. CRK. Opened wheat and flour slow, sale at late rates, other articles quiet at previous prices. Arrivals from 8th to 14th. English wheat, 772 qrs. flour,. 15,349. sacks; Foreign wheat, 77,103; barley, 20,680; oats' 109,097; maize, 15,625 qrs, flour, 50,100 sacks. WOOL MARKETS.—THURSDAY. BRADFORD.—There is a very confident feeling in the wool market although, as is usually the ease in July, the market is heavily stocked, and trade drags a little. Lustre sorts tend upwards for all down descriptions and merinos; prices are station- ary. In the yarn trade there is very little offering, but inquiries seem to suggest an improvement shortly. Meanwhile spinners are very busy on old contracts, and there is nothing new in the piece trade. LIVERPOOL. Spot: Sales, 10,000 bales; specula- tion and export, 1,000. Americans fair request, steady rates. Futures, last night's prices are July-August and August-September, 4 27-64d.; September-October, 4 29-64d. October- November, 4 30-64d.; January-February, 4 35-64. CORN MARKETS.—THURSDAY. BIRMINGHAM. Trade for English wheat quiet, and prices unaltered; but to make sales of foreign wheat rather less money had to be accepted. Maize and barley 3d. to 6d. per qr. lower, and oats and beans unchanged in price. MANCHESTER.—Moderate attendance, and inquiry very poor for all articles. English wheat barely maintained last week's prices, whilst Californian declined d. per cental, reds being unchanged. Flour was neglected, at late rates. Other articles without alteration, except Indian corn, which is. id. per cental cheaper. CATTLE MARKETS-THURSDAY. BIRMINGHAM. There was a good supply of sheep and a small supply of bedst; trade better. Beef, i VAI!; per lb.; mutton, 6d. to 7^1. per lb.; lamb, 6-d. to 7Jd. per lb. 4 f LONDON (METROPOLITAN). Cattle trade dull, and prices easier, except for the best qualities, which, owing to scarcity, were firm. Quotations: First quality: Beef, 4s. 6d. to 4s. 8d.; mutton, 4s. 8d. to 5s. 2d.; veal. 4s. to 4s. 4d.; pork, 4s. 2d. to 4s. 6d.; lamb, 4s. lOd. to 5s. 2d. Inferior: Beef, 3s. 4d. to 4s. 2d.; mutton, 3s. 8d. to 4s. 4d. veal, 3s. to 3s. 4d.; pork, 3s. to 3s. 8d.: lamb, 4s. 6d.. to 4s. 8d. per 81b. sinking the offal. ) j

WELSHPOOL MARKETS. I CORN. Business quiet. Prices were practically un- I changed from those which ruled a fortnight ago. CATTLE. At the Smithfield to-day there was a numerous attendance of dealers, and taking it all rqund I business was good. Beef was a short supply and was readily sold at from 6d. to 6a. per lb.; calves, 4Jd. to 6d. Sheep ruled from 5d. to 7d.; lambs from 7d. to 8d. As compared with a fortnight ago I the supply of both sheep and lambs also showed a falling off. Pigs were cheaper, especially the smaller kinds. POULTRY AND BUTTER. I There was a large supply of poultry, eggs and butter in this market to-day, and sales were very brisk. Chickens ranged from 3s. to 5s. per couple; and ducks from 3s. 6d. to 5s. Eggs were 16 for Is. and butter realized Is. to Is. 2d. per lb. N.WTOWN. TUESDAY.—The following were vester- day's quotations:—Fowls, 3s. to 4s. 6d. ducks, 4s. to 5s. eggs, 18 for Is. butter, lOd. to Is. beef, 4d. to 8d. mutton, 5d. to 8d. lamb, 6d. to 8d. veal, 4d. to 6d. bacon pigs, 5jd. to 6d.

FISH! FISH FISH DAILY DIRECT FROM THE BEST FISHING STATIONS. ICE ALWAYS KEPT IN STOCK. PURE MALT VINEGAR, 3d. Per Quart. 12j Gallon Cask for 9s. 6d. j HIGHEST PRICES GIVEN FOR RABBITS AND ALL GAME. EV A NS, GAME DEALER, SEVERN STREET, NEWTOWN.

BIRTHS, MARRIAGES, AND DEATHS. DEATHS. HUGHES-July 18, aged 71, at Salop Road, Welsh- pool, Benjamin Hughes. JONES July 11, aged 75, at the Union Workhouse, Caersws, John Jones, formerly of Newtown. JONES July 16, aged 69, at Ty'nywern, Llan- rhaiadr, Richard Jones. I PRYCE July 14, at Caelydan, Dolfor, Mary, eldest daughter of Thomas Pryce. WILL IA.IfS-juily 20, aged 51, John Williams, of Red Lion Passage.

E. HUGHES, I TRADE HALL, I WELSHPOOL, DRESSMAKING IN PERFECTION PERFECT FIT AND LATEST STYLE AT STRICTLY MODERATE CHARGES. » Special attention paid to Mourning Orders THE STOCK IS NOW ASSORTED WITH NEW GOODS. Printed and published by SAMUEL SALTER, Junior, and DAVID ROWLANDS, at their Printing Offices, 21, Berriew Street, Welshpool, in the County of Montgomery—July 22nd, 1893.